Arsenal develops a new skill in their title chase – causing own goals, ranking fifth on the team's top scorers list for own goals.

In the third round of the FA Cup, Arsenal won 4-1 away against Portsmouth, smoothly progressing to the round of 32! During this game, Arsenal showcased the strength of Premier League corner kicks to the Championship team and gained yet another own goal from the opposition. Supporters humorously noted that Arsenal’s title challenge has gained a new technique, adding to their corner kick prowess the ability to provoke own goals.

According to data from the BBC, so far this season across all competitions, no Premier League club has benefited more from own goals than Arsenal. A list of Arsenal’s top scorers was released, with own goals ranking fifth.

Arsenal’s top scorers this season (all competitions):

• First: Martinelli, 9 goals.
• Tied for second: Trossard, Saka, and Ødegaard, each with 7 goals.
• Fifth: Own goals, 5 goals.

After 21 rounds in the Premier League, Arsenal leads by 5 points, and after 6 matches in the Champions League group stage, Arsenal is undefeated at the top. The Premier League and Champions League titles are Arsenal’s key goals this season, with the Premier League crown being the highest priority. Arteta must ensure Arsenal secures the long-awaited Premier League title and performs well in the Champions League. Meanwhile, corner kick tactics and forcing own goals have quietly become Arsenal’s two strongest secret weapons on their title-winning path.